1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Caravelle would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1688 kg more than 1962 Renault Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1962 Renault Caravelle has manual transmission. 1962 Renault Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
